Sleepy Time Tea

My roommate and I have been having a really hard time sleeping of late. Unsure of why, I turned to my go-to hippy-dippy ways to create a bedtime tea that would knock us out! After some trial and disgusting errors, we finally have a tea that works for us. Now when my roommate doesn't have it even for one night, she doesn't sleep well. It's super calming, and incredibly soothing.

I combine the following into a tea, steeped for 7-10 minutes, about 30 minutes before bed. Works like a charm!

                    Luvvie's Sleepytime Tea 

• 2 parts Chamomile - Herb   
• 3 parts Peppermint - Herb
• 2 parts Lavendar - Herb
• 2 parts Passionflower - Herb and tincture
• 1 part Valerian* - Herb 
• Spoonful of Honey 

One of the wonderful things about this is that you it's so versatile. If you don't like something about it, change the quantities, or eliminate it altogether. If you don't like the taste, add more peppermint or some stevia.

Some websites recommend adding Kava Kava or St John's Wort but be wary of the adverse effects it can have in conjunction with some medications, and various physical illnesses. Discuss with your doctor first.

In London, Ontario you can find all of these herbs and tinctures at Lyn-Dys on Oxford or at Quarter Master in Wortley. Although for price and selection, I'd recommend Quarter Master. The staff is knowledgeable and they also have a large grocery store in the back. Sidenote, they also carry beluga lentils which have been absolutely impossible to find in London in the past.

*Note - Valerian is absolutely revolting. It's disgusting. The smell, the taste, it's simply awful. I won't lie to you, even opening the canister at the store is overwhelming. That being said, it works, So use lots of peppermint and you can't taste it!